Generally, anything acquired during the marriage is considered marital property and subject to equitable division in a divorce. That doesn't mean that the marital estate has to be divided equally, just that it needs to be fair and reasonable based on the circumstances. It is hard to give much... View More

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answered on Nov 6, 2025

No, in Texas, your husband generally cannot claim a house bought with inheritance money during

divorce—as long as that money was clearly documented as your separate property, kept in a

A separate account, used solely for the purchase, and the house is titled only in your name.... View More

It sounds like you've decided that divorce is the right choice for your family. How you divorce matters tremendously—especially for your children. The data has shown that the parents working together through mediation is the best process for your children's well-being . Mediation... View More

The sort of tactics being used by your husband can be countered by a lawyer who is familiar with complex divorces, including the valuation and division of businesses. Here are some questions to ask your attorney.

If the business was created during the marriage, then it belongs equally to... View More

As the respondent in a divorce case, you should provide supporting evidence for any claims made in your answer and counterpetition, including those opposing the provision of health insurance or alimony. This evidence is essential to substantiate your position and to rebut any assertions made by the... View More

You can call and or look online with the local Bar Association and/or the Clerk of Court for the Parish you live---ask them if they have any forms for what it is you seek to do. Also, ask if they have a pro bono service for what you seek to do----that said, your post indicates that you and your... View More

There are three difference processes to get divorced in New York State: Mediation, Collaborative Law and Litigation. You do not need to start with filing for a divorce in court. Court, or litigation, is the most acrimonious and most expensive of the three.

Mediation at its core is about... View More

This is a great question. To understand the answer we need to step back for a second. In New York, you need to determine separate property (what you earned prior to the marriage) with Marital property, that portion that was earned during the marriage. Generally you are entitled to a portion of the... View More

1st question is when did you discover that your ex filed the joint tax returns

2. what financial harm occurred to you as a result of the joint tax filing

3. what did the settlement agreement say about the joint vs separate tax filing for that year - were you to file separately or... View More

In Georgia, you don't need grounds for divorce. There are several grounds for divorce and one of them is that the marriage is irretrievably broken, which is another way to say you don't want to be married anymore and don't have a specific ground such as adultery, substance abuse,... View More

You can file a Motion for Modification explaining why your income has decreased. You don't need proof with the motion but you will need it when you see the judge. You will also be expected to find another job at or near the same level of income. If that is not possible, be prepared to explain... View More

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answered on Oct 28, 2025

Yes, you can modify the payments by filing a Supplemental Petition for Modification of the Final Judgment will incorporates the MSA. Based on a substantial change in circumstances, you will be qualified for modification, even a temporary modification, if your income has changed. Be sure to fill out... View More

You need to contact the attorney who represented you in your divorce settlement. Typically, if one spouse is awarded a motor vehicle that is titled in the other spouse's name, the titled spouse is ordered in the divorce decree to sign a power of attorney to transfer motor vehicle title giving... View More

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answered on Nov 2, 2025

You can and should file a motion for contempt with the court. A motion for contempt lets the court know that the other party is not complying with the previous court order. Make sure to gather all evidence so that when it comes time to present the evidence to your lawyer or court, you already have... View More

A home owned by one spouse before the marriage is typically nonmarital property. However, if marital funds or either spouse’s labor improved the home or increased its value during the marriage, the resulting increase in value may be considered a marital asset.

If upgrades made during the... View More

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answered on Oct 22, 2025

If either party asks for equitable distribution of marital property prior to absolute divorce, the court will identify all property, classify all property as marital property (acquired during marriage), separate property (acquired by inheritance, prior to marriage or following separation or by gift... View More

North Carolina is an equitable distribution state, which means property earned or acquired during the marriage is divided fairly, not always equally. Retirement benefits, including pensions and 401(k)s, are usually considered marital property to the extent they were earned while you were married.... View More

In Virginia, there isn’t a formal “legal separation” filing like in some states — instead, couples live separately and apart with the intent to end the marriage, which starts the timeline for divorce and support claims.

Your first step is to speak with a Virginia family law... View More

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answered on Oct 19, 2025

In Oklahoma, either spouse may file for a divorce at any time, even if the other party only wants to separate. Given the issues mentioned, such as financial concerns, outside influence, and unresolved grief, a separation can often increase distrust and compound these problems instead of leading to... View More

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answered on Oct 20, 2025

I understand that this situation is stressful and confusing, especially given your separation and the financial strain of losing your job. Questions about responsibility for a spouse’s medical expenses can be complicated, particularly when the marriage is still legally intact but the spouses have... View More